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Heathrow Airport to Cathays Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Heathrow Airport to Cathays, starting from £48.40 and averaging £60.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 45 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:06
2 hours 56 minutes, Changes required
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
19:02
Cathays
Elizabeth lineGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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16:17
2 hours 45 minutes, Changes required
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
19:02
Cathays
Heathrow ExpressGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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16:25
3 hours 7 minutes, Changes required
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
19:32
Cathays
Elizabeth lineGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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16:47
2 hours 45 minutes, Changes required
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
19:32
Cathays
Heathrow ExpressGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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16:55
3 hours 7 minutes, Changes required
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
20:02
Cathays
Elizabeth lineGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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17:17
2 hours 45 minutes, Changes required
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
20:02
Paris
Heathrow ExpressGreat Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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Heathrow Airport to Cathays Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:12
Last train
Last train
23:02
Departure station
Departure station
Heathrow Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cathays
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 45 minutes
Distance
Distance
190 km
Price
Price
£48.40*
Train operators
Train operators
Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Cathays

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Heathrow Airport to Cathays can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Heathrow Airport to Cathays for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Heathrow Airport to Cathays, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Heathrow Airport to Cathays ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Heathrow Airport to Cathays train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.